Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) revealed today that Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure, an entertainment breakthrough for the video game and toy industries, will deliver the first-ever cross-platform gameplay experience across the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Wii, Nintendo 3DS, a variety of mobile devices, Windows PC and the web. Using the game’s Portal of Power, players will bring their Skylanders interaction figures to life inside the game on any platform. During console and handheld gameplay, each Skylander remembers skill advancements and level-ups, allowing players to take their leveled-up Skylanders to play on … Continue reading E3 News: Activision Announces First Cross Platform 360, PS3, Wii, 3DS Multiplayer Game→
Who would have thought after 14 years, Duke Nukem Forever would finally be available for purchase? http://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=0At8HbPk8DI I’m still waiting for Jon St. John to personally deliver my copy! Publishers: 2K Games Developers: Gearbox Software Platforms: PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 Events: E3 Expo 2011
And it flops in the worst possible way, by never even trying in the first place. Why anyone would waste their time with Fortix 2 is beyond our reviewer.
Paradox Interactive today announced that Hearts of Iron The Card Game, a free-to-play, browser-based, online Collectible Card Game (CCG) set in World War II, has entered Beta and is seeking players to test the game. Beta players will receive three exclusive cards for their deck that can be used in both the beta and live game after the game officially launches this summer. To sign up for the Beta, please go to: http://beta.hoitcg.com/hoi/index.php In Hearts of Iron The Card Game, players take on the role of Axis, Allies, or Comintern and choose their strategies as they challenge opponents online in … Continue reading Hearts of Iron Card Game Needs Beta Testers→
2K Games announced today that XCOM, the intense sci-fi thriller in development at its 2K Marin studio, will be coming to the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and Windows PC on March 6, 2012 in North America and March 9, 2012 internationally. XCOM is a gripping tactical action experience set in mid-century America, where the player leads an elite field team of specialized government agents into battle – combining deep, visceral gunplay with powerful sci-fi abilities. Together, they face a vicious and otherworldly enemy, who conspires to shatter our world and … Continue reading New XCOM Due In March→
Runt, Inc., a hot new indie developer taking part in IGN’s Indie Open House program, announced its first free demo release of their new highly anticipated title, Rapscallion. The demo is a beta build released with the purpose of showing off core gameplay elements and soliciting feedback from gamers around the world. The demo is available for download: PC: http://www.fileplanet.com/files/220000/220415.shtml Mac: http://www.fileplanet.com/files/220000/220418.shtml "Runt plans to release many demos before the final release of Rapscallion. It’s an excellent way to get feedback from our fans as we progress in the production of our game," said Tobias Batton, CEO of Runt. "We … Continue reading Runt Releases Demo For Rapscallion Game→
For all the hype that surrounded this title, Homefront is remarkable only in the fact that it’s a completely average shooter, neither great nor terribly flawed. Overall, the game is fun but forgettable.
Bethesda Softworks, a ZeniMax Media company, today announced that the co-op fantasy action game, Hunted: The Demon’s Forge, is now available in North America and will go on sale across Europe on June 3. Developed at inXile Entertainment, Hunted is available on the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, and Windows PC. Hunted is a fresh take on the classic dungeon crawl experience that delivers the intensity and action of a modern-day shooter. The game has been called "A Dungeon Crawl for the Gears Age" by Kotaku.com while Joystiq.com says "…every encounter … Continue reading Hunted: The Demon’s Forge Ships→
Disney Interactive Studios announced today that Disney Universe, a fast-paced multiplayer action adventure game, is currently in development for PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii and Windows PC/MAC. In Disney Universe, players will experience non-stop action through a mix-up of worlds inspired by both animated and live action films from Disney, including titles from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios and Walt Disney Pictures. Players will suit-up as iconic Disney and Disney•Pixar characters and embark on adventures to power up their hero, battle powerful adversaries and master challenging puzzles to … Continue reading Disney Announces Pixar/Disney Themed Game, Disney Universe→
Artix Entertainment, the indie game development studio that delivers download-free browser-based RPGs to 130 million users, is holding a unique contest for players to enter for a chance to be immortalized in the popular new MMORPG HeroSmash as NPCs. Winners will have their characters put permanently in-game as quest givers, shop keepers, trainers, spies, etc. HeroSmash is a new MMORPG that Artix Entertainment released into the Beta phase on April 28th, 2011. In the game, Super Villains and Heroes battle against each other for control of strategic locations and items within Super City. Players can choose to become evil Super … Continue reading Artix Contest Winner To Become MMO NPC→
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